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Rush Rash with Chaz N Schatz

Chaz Charles & Alan "Schatz" Schatzberg

A weekly listen through all 166 original studio tracks in the band R U S H"s catalog, one track at a time. Chaz Charles and Alan "Schatz" Schatzberg take listeners through each track with their unique blend of uninformed opinion, musicianship and misguided attempts at humor along the way. Listeners are invited to fact check and play along at home, because who doesn"t like getting fact checked on R U S H?! Hot Damn, Eh!! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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1:22:56

Episode 101. Dreamline

Rush Rash with Chaz N Schatz ·

2026/02/19

This week onRush Rash, Chaz and Shatz crack open the Haggis Shack to welcome a true lifer: Rob Silverberg, the driving force behind Midwest RushFest. Before the wheel spins, the guys dive deep into Rob’s Rush origin story—Signalsand “The Analog Kid” as the gateway, Columbia House confessions, and buyingGrace Under Pressureon release day like it was a sacred ritual.From there, it’s all about community. Rob walks through the evolution of Midwest Rush Fest—from a heartfelt gathering in 2016 to a

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2:06:08

Episode 100. Secret Touch

Rush Rash with Chaz N Schatz ·

2026/02/10

This week onRush Rash, Chaz n Shatz welcome Paul Rydalch — lifelong Rush obsessive, repentant superfan, and now official roadie for Rush Archives — for one of the wildest, funniest, and most heartfelt conversations the show has ever hosted.Paul traces his journey from a teenageSignals-era gateway moment to 17 Rush shows, backstage misadventures, near-misses, security scares, meet-and-greet miracles, and ultimately finding his place behind the scenes with Rush Archives. Along the way, he shares

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17:55

RushRash911 Episode 43. Promise

Rush Rash with Chaz N Schatz ·

2026/02/06

We go all in on what Alex is doing here. Like, really man...pretty Rush-ie trip with Edwin. Check it out.SCHATZ'S SCRATCH LIST - RUSH TRIBUTE BANDSScratch your itch to hear RUSH music played live by going to check out any of these great RUSH Tribute Bands - these bands are keeping the community and the music alive - the most current, curated, and rockin' list of RUSH Tribute Bands in the world! Yeah!⁠⁠⁠⁠Click here:⁠Schatz's Scratch List⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠(And say it 5 times fast!)GO BONELESSCertified boneless in

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1:28:58

Episode 99. Hope

Rush Rash with Chaz N Schatz ·

2026/02/02

On this gloriously unhinged episode ofRush Rash, Chaz and Schatz throw all sense of structure out the window and celebrateHaggis Daythe only way they know how: by heeding the call of one Steve Brownto invitePaul Beaulieuand make the Haggis Shack the World's Deli in honor of Robbie Burns' Birthday!A full detour involving wild haggis, vegetarian haggis, Robert Burns, bagpipes, kilts, lamb lungs (allegedly), neeps, tatties, whisky gravy, and the eternal mystery of how Scotland continues to function at

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1:28:36

Episode 98. Bubba Bash 2026 Part 2

Rush Rash with Chaz N Schatz ·

2026/01/25

Part two of ourBubba Bash 2026 recapdrops us right back into the thick of it, withexclusive backstage accesscourtesy of Rush Rash correspondentJillian Maryonovich of RushCon while Chaz and Schatz were… let’s sayadministratively indisposed.This episode is anchored by deeply personal, moving conversations withJohn Wesley (Vertical Horizon, Porcupine Tree)andEd Toth (The Doobie Brothers), as both musicians reflect on the profound impactNeil Pearthad on their lives — not just as a drummer, lyricist, or

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17:48

RushRash911 Episode 42. Runaway Train

Rush Rash with Chaz N Schatz ·

2026/01/22

The episode’s highlight is a full listen and discussion of "Runaway Train" from Geddy Lee’s 2000 solo album, "My Favorite Headache." Chaz and Schatz react in real time, dissecting the song’s dense lyrics, musical structure, and its unmistakable Rush DNA. They debate whether the track could have been a hidden Rush cut, praise its "Peartian" lyricism, and compare its style to both classic Rush and contemporary influences. The hosts also reflect on the challenges of solo projects, the evolution of

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1:30:03

Episode 97. Bubba Bash 2026 Part 1

Rush Rash with Chaz N Schatz ·

2026/01/19

On this very special part one of a Rush Rash episode, we welcomeJillian from RushCon, officially crowned the show’sField Correspondent, reporting live(ish) from the 2026 Bubba Bash. Jillian delivers the goods: interviews, live recordings, backstage audio, after-party vibes, and the kind of behind-the-scenes reality you only get when musicians are running on fumes and love for the music.The conversation digs into what these events really take — minimal rehearsal, high pressure, maximum respect for

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2:47:34

Episode 96. Tom Sawyer SPECIAL EPISODE

Rush Rash with Chaz N Schatz ·

2025/12/28

Rush Rash Presents:TOM SAWYER — A GENERATIONAL EVENTStep right up for a heartwarming, music-filled adventure the whole family can enjoy! In this special episode, Chaz and Schatz, together with their children, two generations come together to describe the forthcoming Rush Rash Reactions, where a couple of Rushian parents spin a wheel packed with nearly 200 songs from every genre imaginable. Watch as classic rock dads bravely hand over the aux cord to their kids, diving into a vibrant world of K-pop,

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19:50

RushRash911 Episode 41. Clouds

Rush Rash with Chaz N Schatz ·

2025/12/26

We spin Clouds off Envy of None's latest release, Stygin Waves. Alex Lifeson gets around, and it will be interesting to see how what he's done with EON and others impacts what he does with Ged (and Anika?) going forward. Still...we'd use protection. We don't mince words, in-and-out, this is a quick show...SCHATZ'S SCRATCH LIST - RUSH TRIBUTE BANDSScratch your itch to hear RUSH music played live by going to check out any of these great RUSH Tribute Bands - these bands are keeping the community and

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1:06:20

Episode 95. Available Light

Rush Rash with Chaz N Schatz ·

2025/12/21

On this episode ofRushRash, Chaz and Schatz once again fly without a guest but this time, it's due to the unfortunate loss of a much-loved friend of the world-wide Rush Fan Community - Joe Pesch. We'd booked his good friend, Rob Silverberg of Mid-west Rushfest, but understandibly we rescheduled due to the timly nature of when we were all hearing the news. So a few moments of reflection, and as always, the wheel chimes in later with a song that has us reflecting on our own mortality...But we met Joe

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58:26

Episode 94. Open Secrets

Rush Rash with Chaz N Schatz ·

2025/12/15

On this episode ofRush Rash, Chaz and Schatz fly without a guest and let the show breathe—riffing, reacting, and rolling wherever the Rush news cycle takes them.From absurd culinary detours (yes, haggis somehow enters the chat) to the very real shock of Rush suddenly beingback in motion, the guys unpack the whirlwind of tour announcements, ticket madness, fan events, and the strange emotional hangover that comes with seeing a “retired” band re-enter the world at full forceThey dig into:The surreal

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1:57:58

Episode 93. 4th Annual Bubba Bash

Rush Rash with Chaz N Schatz ·

2025/12/08

Chaz and Schatz are cracking the Haggis Shack doors for our annual deep dive intoBubba Bash, the celebration that honors Neil Peart with musicianship, camaraderie, and the kind of backstage family energy that only Neil's personal friends can generate. This isn’t a memorial; it’s a living, breathing night of joy, excellence, and community. Michael Mosbach, Neil’s close friend of 25 years, joins us. Michael is the guy who helped Neil keep a normal, peaceful life by managing privacy, safety, and

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2:00:32

Episode 92. By-Tor And The Snow Dog

Rush Rash with Chaz N Schatz ·

2025/12/01

This week, Chaz and Schatz welcome a true RushRash first — afather-and-sonRush podcaster duo right out of the Haggis Shack:Trent and Trion Fancher, the minds behindThe Digital Man and His Analog Kidpodcast.From womb-level Rush exposure to diaper-drumming, from attic-found Neil promo pics to a Rush-themed studio complete with the sacred pinball machine, the Fanchers take us through a lifetime of prog devotion. Trent shares stories from touring with Wayne Brady, playing Massey Hall, and assembling his

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1:48:25

Episode 91. Beneath, Between & Behind

Rush Rash with Chaz N Schatz ·

2025/11/23

Here comes TRon! Rush love stories, ticket chaos, and dancing to deep cuts in 11/8 at your wedding—this week, Chaz and Schatz welcome Rush Fest All-Stars Terry Hill and TRon into the Haggis Shack for a transatlantic celebration of prog fandom and community.They break down:🎸 Terry and Ron’s Rush origin stories—from Ontario radio waves and summer camp cassettes to buying the entire back catalog in a Cologne record shop🥁 How Rush fandom led to a wedding on 21/12/2012, a circle of lifelong friends,

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19:56

RushRash911 Episode 40. RU Paying Attention

Rush Rash with Chaz N Schatz ·

2025/11/17

Schatz said it would take a couple of listens on this one...well, he gets what he wants. What happens when the guys listen to a song twice? Do the votes change? Go back to episode 33 and find out for yourself! At the End is spun again - have fun with this second spin.SCHATZ'S SCRATCH LIST - RUSH TRIBUTE BANDSScratch your itch to hear RUSH music played live by going to check out any of these great RUSH Tribute Bands - these bands are keeping the community and the music alive - the most current,

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2:09:04

RushRash Episode 90. Anthem

Rush Rash with Chaz N Schatz ·

2025/11/12

After two years of promises, it finally happened — the mightyRush Archivesjoin Chaz and Schatz in the Haggis Shack! Colorado’s premier Rush tribute trio —Steve Clark (Geddy), Ferando Escobar (Alex), and Ron Straley (Neil)— finally sit down to talk all things Rush, from 2112 toClockwork Angels.They break down:🎸 The band’s gateway Rush moments —Spirit of Radio,2112,The Camera Eye🥁 How Steve learned bass, keys, and foot pedals in six months (because...Geddy Lee)📸 Legendary photographer Bill O’Leary

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20:48

RushRash911 Episode 39. Victor

Rush Rash with Chaz N Schatz ·

2025/11/07

The guys add a few tracks to the wheel and end up spinning Victor, off Alex Lifeson's 1996 solo record Victor. Ummmm...you just need to listen. This is the one to go get some gummies for...SCHATZ'S SCRATCH LIST - RUSH TRIBUTE BANDSScratch your itch to hear RUSH music played live by going to check out any of these great RUSH Tribute Bands - these bands are keeping the community and the music alive - the most current, curated, and rockin' list of RUSH Tribute Bands in the world! Yeah!⁠⁠⁠⁠Click

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2:08:26

Episode 89. The Larger Bowl

Rush Rash with Chaz N Schatz ·

2025/11/04

This week, the Haggis Shack smells like peach pie and nostalgia asChaz and Schatzwelcomethe sister of The Professor himself,Nancy Peart Burkholder, along with the host of the Bubba Bash fellow Rush liferCathy Rankin.What follows is one of the most heartfelt and hilariously insightful conversations we’ve ever had. Nancy opens up the family scrapbook and lets us peek inside the Peart household — the laughter, the mischief, and the moments that made Neil more than a legend… they made himNeil.We hear

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20:51

RushRash911 Episode 38. Anika Nilles

Rush Rash with Chaz N Schatz ·

2025/10/30

The show stumbles open to a heated discussion on Schatz's readiness to add Anika Nilles' solo works to the 911 wheel for exploration. Putting aside that she has a back catalogue that would quickly have her dominate the wheel, we explore the vein that dislodged itself from Schatz's forehead at the thought of putting a newbie on the wheel with Lersxt and Dirk. No Wheel Spin Rather than spin the wheel, we listen to a couple of album opening tracks from Anika's solo catalog - Fiji, off 2025's False

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1:44:15

Episode 88. A drink and a friend

Rush Rash with Chaz N Schatz ·

2025/10/26

This week, Chaz and Schatz welcome Greg Russell—drummer, designer, and longtime friend of Neil Peart—back into the Haggis Shack for a deep-dive episode that’s equal parts tribute, therapy session, and celebration of all things Rush. With the band’s reunion and the addition of a new drummer making headlines, Greg shares his unique perspective as both a torchbearer in the tribute scene as drummer in Natural Science, and someone who rode thousands of miles with Neil himself.The conversation rockets

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